Chapter 271
Chapter 271
"What's the matter?" Rayan asked without raising his head.
"Mr. Whalen, the young man has been standing by the gate for the entire afternoon, refusing to leave. He insists on bringing..." The housekeeper's voice faltered as he glanced at Jenna.
Jenna's head throbbed and she was in a state of flux.
Darkness had fallen and it was raining cats and dogs. Did Hansen still refuse to leave?
How long had he been standing there?
Her face turned ashen.
"All right, I'll go and have a look." Rayan nodded. The housekeeper then left.
Jenna was in a dilemma.
Rayan stared deep into her eyes.
"What's the matter? Do you want to see him?" he asked softly.
"What? No..." Jenna responded instinctively but her fingers began fidgeting.
"Are you sure?" Rayan asked again. His intense gaze fixed on her.
"Uh, uh." Jenna nodded mechanically as her eyes were fixed on the table.
"Well, don't worry. I'll ask him to go home." Rayan nodded.
"Rayan, please, don't provoke him. Send someone to bring him home," Jenna begged.
"Okay, I know what to do," Rayan reassured her and flashed her a smile.
Jenna had no appetite anymore and her gaze riveted upon the door.
Suddenly, her phone rang.
"Hello." After a long time, Jenna answered the call with a quivering voice.
"Miss Murphy, this is Haward. After standing guard for a few days, I finally discovered how the person got into the ward. There is a pipe beside the ward's window. That was how the person entered. Someone removed Trevor's tube again today," Haward reported with a lowered voice.
"What? Someone did what?" Jenna's heart pounded rapidly. Someone wanted Trevor dead, but who?
She had already agreed to leave Richards Manor and Hansen. Why would anyone still want to harm Trevor?
What exactly was going on? "Miss Murphy, do you want to call the police?" "No, don't provoke the enemy before we catch the culprit. I will increase your salary. Please guard the place these few days and notify Madam Wyld immediately if the tube is removed. Just ask her to insert the tube again," Jenna instructed.
"Sure." With that, Haward ended the call.
It was a near miss! Jenna steadied herself. Fortunately, she thought of sending her bodyguards to watch over Trevor in the hospital. Otherwise, who knew what would happen.
Obviously, someone didn't want Trevor to recover.
It was intentional murder!
The culprit should be brought to justice.
She had already left Hansen. Hence, it didn't seem to be Aria. She had no motives to murder Trevor.
Who else could it be?
Jenna was getting a headache and she could not wrap her head around the matter.
Suddenly, she thought of Hansen still standing outside.
He was still fooling around and getting himself drunk when his father was in danger.
Didn't he know?
The thought crossed her mind and she ran outside.
The cold air hit her.
So cold!
She went back into the house to get an umbrella.
It was so cold, yet he remained outside for the entire afternoon.
How could he be so stubborn!
Jenna never thought that he would be so headstrong!
"Let me drive my point across. I won't leave unless Jenna comes home with me today." Hansen stood upright with his back straight although his legs were already stiff from the cold. He was drenched in rain but he remained stubborn as a mule and refused to budge. Rain trickled down from his hair and his eyes were evident with determination.
Rayan walked over, holding an umbrella in his hand. His gaze was sharp and cold as it remained riveted upon Hansen.
The gate was illuminated by the lamps.
There was only a gate between them but it felt as if they were from two different worlds.
His expression darkened as he stared at Hansen who refused to leave no matter what.
Did he drink? Rayan wondered.
Hansen seemed tipsy but he was not very drunk.
Rayan could see the fierce determination in his eyes.
Hansen was not making a scene because he was drunk; he knew what he was doing.
Rayan's heart quivered. He was indeed startled and for some inexplicable reason, he felt guilty.
Hansen was a successful businessman in A city. He had money and power. He was capable, cunning and rational. Rayan heard of him before he came to A City.
However, he completely lost it when it came to love.
Ever since he saw him by Jenna's side, he lost his cool and became childish. He got jealous of some trifle matters and even fought him. Besides, he disregarded his pride and dignity in front of the media.
If Rayan didn't install many surveillance cameras and take preventive measures beforehand, his villa would already be surrounded by reporters by this moment.
He always kept a low profile when he went out to the public. The location of his villa was very secluded and no reporters had succeeded in securing information about his whereabouts.
He was able to keep his identity a secret thanks to his character and how he treated others.
However, he revealed his identity numerous times for the sake of Jenna. Even the villa was almost exposed.
He believed that this was the first time he appeared in public for the sake of a woman.
He thought he was irrational up till this moment.
Hansen's actions startled him!
Obviously, Hansen was a lot more irrational and crazier compared to him.
His love for Jenna was insane!
Was this how true love should be?
Hansen was true to his feelings. Was it a good thing?
For a successful businessman to be out of his mind when he fell in love, it was indeed something scary!
It was a flaw! It was enough to ruin him.
Hansen obviously did not realize it but what if he did? Maybe he was willing to accept the
flaw despite knowing the risks associated.
If that was the case, he truly loved Jenna.
He was willing to risk everything for the sake of her.
Realization dawned on Rayan.
He finally understood why Jenna did not choose him.
Hansen's love for her was much deeper and it was selfless.
Hansen obviously loved Jenna far more than him. He became irrational and crazy because he loved her. He cared about her and did not wish to lose her.
Unlike Rayan.
Perhaps, this was true love. Something he had never experienced before.
He was always calm and composed despite the circumstances.
If he could meet someone who would drive him crazy in the future, he would willingly accept his fate.
Rayan's jealousy stirred again. It would be worth it to experience true love even if it ruined his career.
He had dealt with various men as his business grew. He had long been accustomed to seeing men who were willing to sacrifice their marriage for the sake of success.
Money, fame, and status clouded their thoughts and love was nothing to them. Indeed, Hansen surprised him.
At this moment, he changed his perception of Hansen. They shared the same values. Rayan did not back down and marry Hilda. His future was unpredictable but at least, he knew it was the right choice.
Rayan sighed inwardly at the thought of this.
"Rayan, open the gate and hand over Jenna," Hansen demanded as their eyes met.
"Are you sure that Jenna will go home with you?" Rayan forced a smile. To be honest, he was uncertain about the answer too. Upon finishing the sentence, he fell silent and stared at Hansen who was drenched in rain.
"Yes," Hansen replied without hesitation. His eyes were filled with hope and his face split into a wide smile as he caught a glimpse of a figure some distance away.
Rayan was startled and spun around.
Jenna was holding a dark umbrella, walking towards them. She was so thin that she struggled against the wind but she did not stop.
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Hansen's eyes shone with excitement.
Rayan's heart sank.
"Jenna, you are finally here." Hansen was ecstatic and beamed from ear to ear despite the pouring rain.
Jenna gradually approached them.
Hansen was standing outside but Rayan was just by her side. However, her gaze fell upon Hansen who was soaked from head to toe. Being in the horrendous rain made his well-built figure look frail and lonely.
He was the man she loved deeply and wanted more than anything else. However, she was forced to let him go when he finally fell for her.
Her heart quivered at the sight of him.
He was wet all over, yet he remained stubborn and refused to leave. Why? Didn't he know that his father was in danger? Shouldn't he protect his family?
"Jenna, come home with me," Hansen urged, his eyes filled with hope. He stretched out his hand towards her as his gaze remained riveted upon her.
Jenna just stared at him coldly.
"Hansen, don't think too highly of yourself. I won't return to Richards Manor. Who do you think you are? There is no love between us.
Why should I go with you? Is there any reason for me to do this? Don't forget, you are about to marry Aria. You are not qualified to come and beg me to return with you. I came here to persuade you to leave and take care of your dad," she said icily. She had no intentions to return to Richards Manor.
"No, Jenna. I won't marry anyone except you. Come with me. I will take you away. Let's live somewhere else. We can leave A City. Believe me, I only love you." Hansen remained stubborn and was not affected by what she said.
Jenna dropped her eyes and sniggered the next second.